New 2009 Nissan GT-R at Tokyo Motor Show: - VIDEO
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New Dimensional Multi-Performance Supercar Available in Early December
in Japan

TOKYO - October 24, 2007: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced the launch of the Nissan GT-R, a
new multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of
"an
ultimate supercar enjoyable to anyone, anywhere, at anytime". The 480PS
twin-turbo GT-R features a newly developed Premium Midship package,
including
the world's first independent transaxle 4WD developed independently by
Nissan. GT-R will be available mainly through Nissan High Performance
Centers
nationwide in Japan on December 6th.

GT-R was developed with a new understanding and appreciation of the
Earth's natural forces - gravity, inertial force and aerodynamics - and
translates those forces into a completely new design, maximizing tire grip
and airflow.

Basic vehicle dynamics and integration with the driver have also been
examined, resulting in new componentry and creating a Human-Machine
Interface
(HMI) never seen before in the marketplace. All of these theories have been
integrated to balance "speed and efficiency," "high-output with
environmental
mindfulness" and "high performance and safety."

Taking these factors into account, Nissan created the all-new Nissan
GT-R, which offers advanced high performance for secure and enjoyable
driving
free of climatic, road condition or driving technique limitations. GT-R
offers ultimate performance for virtually every driving situation - whether
it be the Nurburgring circuit, where GT-R holds a top-level vehicle lap
record, to snow, rain or urban areas - all manageable by the GT-R driver
through advanced technology and driving dynamics.

GT-R's unique characteristics are instilled not just in the vehicle's
design, but also through a specialized production process. Carbon fiber,
aluminum and steel components are assembled with a special high-precision
process, which includes a series of vibration tests. Engines and
transmissions are assembled in a "clean room" environment and upon
completion, every GT-R undergoes a battery of comprehensive tests to ensure
the proper operation of all vehicle components.

To properly support the all-new GT-R, Nissan has established special
Nissan High Performance Centers in Japan, where all certified advisors and
technicians have received extensive training. Total support for the GT-R
owner is offered for the first three years of ownership, including
measurement and adjustment of the engine, transmission and wheel alignment
after the first 1000 km, and again every 12 months, free of charge.

Packaging and Driveline Suited for a Supercar
The all-new Nissan GT-R uses a Premium Midship package, an all-new
platform which enables the use of the world's first application of an
independent transaxle 4WD system. The transaxle's layout places the
dual-clutch transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the
vehicle (instead of the usual front location), which enables vehicle weight
to be evenly distributed throughout the car. This gives GT-R a superb
front-to-rear weight balance, while enhancing leg and foot space and
allowing
for an optimal pedal layout.

Under the hood, GT-R features an all-new 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 "VR38"
engine, featuring plasma-sprayed bores and a special twin-turbo exhaust
manifold system. A secondary air management system enables the newly
designed
powerplant to provide approximately 40kg/m of torque during ordinary
low-rev
driving, which provides for an optimum air-fuel ratio for around-town
efficiently and helps GT-R meet ultra-low emission vehicle (U-LEV)
standards
in Japan.

GT-R's new engine produces 480PS (353kW) at 6400rpm and maximum torque
of
60kg/m (588Nm) from 3200 to 5200rpm. Putting the power to the ground is an
all-new GR6-type dual clutch transmission, with paddle shifting and a Borg
Warner six-plate dual clutch for direct control.

Suspension duties are handled through a special Bilstein DampTronic
system, which utilizes all pertinent vehicle information to provide
appropriate damping forces for all situations and helps maintain a high
level
of control for straight-line driving, cornering, and braking.

Braking is essential for a daily-driven supercar and GT-R features large
Brembo full-floating drilled rotors, low steel high stiffness brake pads
and
Brembo mono block six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers, which in
combination minimize fade and provide stable braking. Run-flat tires,
exclusively designed for use on GT-R, balance high grip and all-weather
capabilities and a comfortable ride in all driving situations. The tires
are
designed to maintain their integrity for 80km of travel at 80 km/h and also
provide a level of performance after a loss of pressure.

High-Performance Safety and Environmental Technologies
Standard safety equipment includes a pop-up engine hood, system for
enhanced pedestrian safety, driver and front passenger SRS Air Bag System,
front seat belts with tension reducer, front seat belts with load limiter,
and three-point rear seat belts. Driver and front passenger SRS Side Air
Bag
System and SRS Curtain Air Bag System are also offered.

Environmental technologies include extensive work to create an U-LEV
certification in Japan for the 3.8-liter twin turbo engine and reduced
levels
of volatile organic compound in the cockpit.

Functional Design - High Performance Aerodynamics and Style
GT-R's styling follows the function over form theory. Every styling
aspect, from the overall design to the smallest details, is created to
maximize the vehicle's driving experience - as well as suggesting GT-R's
"supercar" level of performance. Utilizing advanced aerodynamics, GT-R's
aggressive styling evokes the lines of a well-trained athlete, combining
strong character lines with smooth and solid areas.

GT-R's body is created with a combination of steel, carbon fiber and
aluminum, providing a unique combination of stiffness and lightness. GT-R
features a low coefficient of drag of 0.27 which enhances fuel efficiency,
which is balanced with high levels of front and rear downforce, which
provides GT-R with enhanced grip in all weather situations.

The front fenders express power and stability, while the "aero-blades"
on
the fenders' leading edges provide optimum airflow around the tires and
along
the body. The scoop in the fenders' trailing edges assist in providing
front
downforce and optimization of side airflow. The aggressive front end, with
a
large hood budge and single air intake, provides a sophisticated style as
well as undisturbed airflow for power and cooling. New "super wide beam"
headlights feature three additional sub-reflectors (compared to
conventional
lights) to give a wider spread to the illumination area.

GT-R's large, four-passenger cabin features a sloping "aero blade
canopy"
roofline and curved C-pillar "sword edge," which expresses the distinctive
GT-R identity, as well as facilitating air flow around the rear of the
vehicle. GT-R's hallmark four-ring taillights, efficient rear spoiler and
large, integrated phi 120 exhaust tips, provides an appropriate rear view
of GT-R, as well as optimizing airflow along the top and under the
vehicle.

The high level of advanced technology is evident even in GT-R's paint -
which utilizes a "double clear coat" and "anti-chipping" process and is
painstakingly hand-polished by craftsman. GT-R features Ultimate Silver as
a
special new color.

An Interior Suitable for Daily Driving or Supercar Duties

Key to GT-R's usability as a both daily driver and a high-performance
supercar is its interior, which is designed to balance functionality,
safety
and comfort.

Sculpted performance bucket seats give the driver and passenger a
comfortable driving experience, and soft pads are utilized on the lower
portion of the instrument panel and doors to give an extra level of comfort
and safety.

The instrument panel surrounds the driver, with all meters and
multi-function meter at a uniform height to minimize the driver's head
movement when traveling at high speeds. A large center-mounted tachometer,
with gear display on its upper right, as well as the easy-to-read graphics
of
the display, gives the driver instant detailed information, essential for
the
performance nature of the GT-R

Functional style is also evident in GT-R - each meter features a dial
plate design that evokes the idea of engaged gears, as well as a
three-dimensional metal-like ring, suggesting the multi-dimensional
performance of the GT-R. A large, metallic-framed center console features
the
ergonomically designed shift lever and a red "engine start" button.

Adjustability is central to the daily-driver nature of the GT-R, with a
special "set-up switch" located in the center of the instrument panel. This
switch enables the driver to adjust transmission shifts, shock absorbers
and
the Vehicle Dynamic Control in three settings - Normal, Comfort or R, the
high-performance setting designed for the GT-R "supercar" application.

A high-speed, high-capacity CARWINGS navigation system is available in
Japan, with a powerful 30GB hard disk drive, features an easy-to-use touch
pad, as well as traditional navigation switches. The screen interface
features not only the navigation system, but also an enriched entertainment
system with a Music Box hard drive, DVD and CD player, and Bluetooth(R)
audio
function.

For special use in the GT-R application, the multi-function display also
includes mechanical and driving information for safe high performance
driving, including accelerator opening, brake pedal pressure, and steering
angle. It also includes an "optimal gearshift map," to encourage economical
vehicle operation.

A specially designed BOSE sound system includes two forward-facing
woofers in the rear center armrest area combined with traditional door
speakers. All speakers are mounted in rigid aluminum die cast panels, which
combined with the design of the system itself, provide sound quality suited
for a supercar owner.